Pachypodium Brevicaule sub Leucoxanthum 130mm

Pachypodium brevicaule subsp. leucoxanthum – Ultra-Rare Madagascar Succulent | Bonsai Caudex Form | Yellow Spring Blooms

Compact. Sculptural. Collector’s Gem.

Discover the exotic beauty of Pachypodium brevicaule subsp. leucoxanthum, a sought-after Madagascan succulent prized for its unusually flat, pancake-like caudex and dwarf, spiny growth habit. This rare subspecies is unlike any other in the genus—staying low to the ground with a sprawling, bonsai-like form that looks like living stone.

Ideal for collectors, caudiciform enthusiasts, and bonsai lovers, it offers a true conversation piece for any succulent display.

Key Characteristics:

• Species: Pachypodium brevicaule subsp. leucoxanthum
• Growth Habit: Very compact with a swollen caudex
• Foliage: Narrow, grey-green leaves emerging from spiny stems
• Flowers: Bright yellow, blooming in warmer months
• Lifespan: Long-lived, slow-growing

Care Instructions:

• Light: Prefers full sun to bright, indirect light. Protect from intense afternoon sun in very hot climates.
• Watering: Water sparingly. Allow soil to dry out completely between waterings. Reduce watering significantly during winter dormancy.
• Soil: Use a fast-draining cactus or succulent mix. A gritty, mineral-rich substrate is ideal.
• Temperature: Thrives in warm conditions but should be protected from frost. Ideal temperature range is 15–30°C.
• Fertiliser: Feed with a diluted succulent fertiliser during the active growing season (spring and summer).
• Dormancy: Goes dormant in colder months. Water very minimally or not at all during this time.

The succulent plant housed in the red pot comes in a 130mm diameter container. While the image provides a representative depiction of what you will receive, but may vary slightly because no two succulents are the same. 

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